Carab lo'aad caws looma tilmaamo
CEnglish Translation
You don't show a cow its grass
Context & Meaning
The experienced don't need instruction — they know their way
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Somali ProverbRelated Proverbs
Proverbs starting with "C"
Calool-adayg waa Ilaahay wehelkii
Endurance is God's companion
Endurance is God's companion
Ceeb looma dhinto, cara lalama qarxo, cayna looma dhaawacmo
Shame doesn't kill, anger doesn't explode, and ins...
Shame doesn't kill, anger doesn't explode, and ins...
Cid wax kusiisa, wax badan baad aragtaa; cid kuu talisa, wax yar
Many will give you things, few will give you advic...
Many will give you things, few will give you advic...
Caleen qudhac, calool geel ma buuxiso
An acacia leaf doesn't fill a camel's belly
An acacia leaf doesn't fill a camel's belly
Cuntadaan gacantaada ku jirin iyo afkaagu way kala raagaan
Food not in your hand and your mouth are far apart
Food not in your hand and your mouth are far apart
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About Somali Proverbs
Somali proverbs (Maahmaah Soomaali) are an integral part of Somali culture, passed down through generations. They reflect the wisdom, values, and experiences of the Somali people, often relating to pastoral life, community, and traditional values.